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Downtown Ambassador Program and Streetplus Contract

Summary

Downtown businesses are outperforming national averages, but the Streetplus Ambassador contract enters its third and final year with street challenges arguably worse than when it launched. Councilors discussed possibly replacing it with a constable program while stressing that services must not lapse.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jun 1, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The special assessment isn't increasing; the current Streetplus contract runs through its third and final year, with a $1,000 PlacerAI data tool already budgeted.

✅Who benefits

Downtown businesses, residents and visitors who rely on cleaner, safer streets.

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